Rich scarlet with vibrant dark cherry, plum and dried fig, that is layered with tobacco, cedar, toasted oak and vanilla bean. Rich, supple palate with concentrated dark fruit, barrel spice, and velvety tannins. Long and beautifully balanced finish of fig, cherry and dark chocolate.
Franciscan Reserve Merlot
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- Grape Variety:
- Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2013
- Origin:
- United States, California, Napa Valley
- Tasting Notes:
- Tobacco, Vanilla, Cedar, Toasty Oak, Cherry, Dried Fig, Plum, Dark Chocolate, Supple, Velvety Tannins
- Food Pairing:
- Cheese (Bold), Eggplant, Salmon, Venison
- Enjoyment Factor:
- Slightly chilled (60-65 degrees)
- Price:
- $$$$$